Imagine / There Is Only One / Santo
Julliany Souza
A Heavenly Longing: The Divine Yearning in Julliany Souza's 'Imagine / There Is Only One / Santo'
Julliany Souza's song 'Imagine / There Is Only One / Santo' is a heartfelt expression of spiritual longing and divine adoration. The lyrics convey a deep desire to be in the presence of God, reflecting a yearning to escape the earthly realm and be united with the divine. The repetition of the phrase 'Eu queria ir pra lá, se eu pudesse estar lá' (I wanted to go there, if I could be there) underscores this intense longing to be in a place of eternal worship and communion with the Creator.
The song's chorus, 'Santo, Santo és Senhor, para sempre cantarei' (Holy, Holy is the Lord, I will sing forever), emphasizes the eternal nature of worship in the presence of God. This repetition not only highlights the holiness of God but also the singer's commitment to perpetual praise. The lyrics suggest that being face to face with the Father is an experience so profound that it would render the singer unable to return to the earthly life, captivated by the divine presence.
A significant portion of the song is dedicated to pondering what the angels see that causes them to prostrate and sing 'Santo' (Holy). This contemplation invites listeners to imagine the awe-inspiring vision of God's glory that compels the angels to worship continuously. The repeated questioning, 'O que é que os anjos veem que os fazem se prostrar?' (What do the angels see that makes them bow down?), serves to deepen the sense of mystery and reverence surrounding the divine presence. The song concludes with a powerful affirmation of God's holiness and might, 'Santo, santo, Deus poderoso' (Holy, holy, mighty God), reinforcing the central theme of divine adoration.